2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
